Idaho County Health Data
Idaho County, Idaho
Health Score
55/100
Average
Life Expectancy
78.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.4 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.4%
State avg 11.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
82
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
84
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Idaho County, Idaho
Idaho County lives longer than average
At 78.4 years, Idaho County residents live nearly a year longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Just 19.3% report poor or fair health, below the national median, suggesting a county where most people enjoy robust health through middle age and beyond.
One of Idaho's healthiest counties
Idaho County ranks among the state's top performers for life expectancy at 78.4 years—0.9 years above Idaho's 77.5-year average. Its uninsured rate of 11.4% nearly matches the state average of 11.7%, meaning healthcare access isn't a major barrier here.
A regional health leader
Idaho County outpaces nearby Lemhi County (75.3 years) and Lewis County (73.4 years) by 3 to 5 years in life expectancy. With 82 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, it has robust physician access compared to most rural Idaho peers.
Strong provider presence, good coverage
Idaho County boasts 82 primary care providers and 84 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—well above rural Idaho norms. An 11.4% uninsured rate means most residents have insurance pathways, enabling consistent preventive and urgent care.
Ensure your family stays covered
With 11.4% of Idaho County uninsured, there's still room to close coverage gaps. Visit healthcare.gov or your local health department to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and employer options that fit your budget.
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.